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Theory of the Elasticity of Definitions

A meta‑linguistic framework that examines how definitions themselves are elastic—not fixed, dictionary entries but dynamic tools that shift with context, use, and power. Definitions can be stretched to include new referents (e.g., “marriage” expanding to include same‑sex couples), contracted to exclude unwanted cases, or strategically deployed to settle debates by fiat. The theory reveals that arguments over definitions are rarely just about words; they are struggles over boundaries, inclusion, and legitimacy. It also explains how redefinition becomes a political tool: change the definition, and you change the reality the definition governs.
Example: “The legal battle over ‘woman’ was a case of the theory of the elasticity of definitions—both sides knew that whichever definition became legally authoritative would determine access to rights, facilities, and recognition.”

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are retarted hypocrites and faggots who believe everything they see on the fucking idiot box. particularly the ones who posted definitions of certain people. most of the definitions r not funny, and in some cases half of the definitions are all the same. specifically, the definition g-unit. g-unit kicks ass, but 75% of the definitions said g-unit stands 4 gay unit. That joke was not funny. Whoever thought of that joke should be proud of himself, he got 80% of america to copy him and still have no idea who he is. i used 2 be a member of this website, this is the last definition im posting.
half of the people who posted definitions on this website: im cool, i have a computer, i believe everything i hear from CNN to the national enquirer, im not funny.

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NYC people who migrate north to Quahog, RI to see the leaves in the fall.
New York and everyone from there can fornicate themselves with an iron stick.
leafers by ss++ February 8, 2005
Word of the Day on September 27, 2026

Respectfully 

Precedes or follows either a gratuitously disrespectful or honest remark, originated in New York City. Used in similar fashion to "no offense" or "to be honest," interchangeably.
Ya mans is wild buns, respectfully. Respectfully he's washed.

After school, The Modells on Jamaica Ave was active. Respectfully.
Respectfully by john quan the first December 20, 2020
Word of the Day on September 26, 2026

You met me at a very Chinese time in my life

A moment in time where you feel distinctly Chinese over all other things.
Dante: "I wish I could be Nigerian, but I can't because I'm Chinese. You met me at a very Chinese time in my life."
Word of the Day on September 25, 2026
Adjective. Used to describe persons who have adjusted or altered their lifestyle for environmental reasons. Crunchy persons tend to be politically strongly left-leaning and may be additionally but not exclusively categorized as vegetarians, vegans, eco-tarians, conservationists, environmentalists, neo-hippies, tree huggers, nature enthusiasts, etc.

Also used to describe establishments where alternative foods and products are sold, i.e. natural food stores.

Modified derivative of granola.
"I need more crunchy guys in my life. I'm so tired of dating preppy metrosexual assholes."

"I'm heading out to the crunchy store to pick up some fair trade chocolate and tea tree oil, do you need anything?"
crunchy by EBC July 11, 2007
Word of the Day on September 24, 2026
A group of people, typically women, searching through someone’s digital footprint in order to find more information about that person.
Susie wasn’t sure if her new Hinge match was a creep, so she assembled Galantir and they found out he used to post slurs on gaming forums.
Galantir by Ge-sus September 22, 2026
Word of the Day on September 23, 2026

murderhobo 

In a tabletop game, a murderhobo is a player who murders NPCs indiscriminately. This is normally derogatory, referring to a player who totally ignores quests, dialog, backstory, trade, world building etc.

The term is most common with Dungeons and Dragons, but it can be applied to most RPGs where the player is allowed to kill most quest-giving NPCs and NPC traders. E.g. Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Divinity original sin.
DM: The sad little orphan girl tugs at Steve's trenchcoat to get his attention, and ask for help saving her pet dog from...
Steve: I'd like to roll a strength check against strangling the orphan.
Dave: I call dibs on the dog.
DM: You murderhobos disgust me.
murderhobo by Loup&S September 9, 2021
Word of the Day on September 22, 2026
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